Anti-Corruption Group Visits ICPC to Deepen Collaboration

The Media Anti-Corruption Initiatives (MACI), a non-governmental organization dedicated to combating corruption and discouraging public participation in corrupt practices, achieved another milestone on Tuesday, 15th September 2026, when its executives paid a courtesy visit to the Resident Anti-Corruption Commissioner, Lagos Zonal Office, Mr. Alexander Chukwurah, fsi.

Mr. Chukwurah warmly received the MACI delegation led by its President, Mr. Funso Olojo, alongside his professional team. He emphasized that the Press remains pivotal to the ICPC’s awareness campaign and expressed delight at the growing partnership with MACI.

The interactive session focused on strengthening collaboration between the media and the Commission in the fight against corruption. Discussions highlighted the central role of the Press in anti-corruption advocacy, strategies for tackling corruption in line with ICPC’s mandate, emphasis on prevention as enshrined in Section 6 of the ICPC Act, adoption of global best practices in anti-corruption campaigns, a call to action for active citizen involvement in building the Nigeria of our dreams, distinguishing between information and intelligence in anti-corruption reporting and investigation, training and capacity building for journalists, data sharing between ICPC and MACI for effective reporting, recognition of ICPC as the “police” of all anti-corruption institutions, and plans for mobile sensitization and public enlightenment.

The MACI delegation included Mr. Funso Olojo (Leader), LOD Onyeji, Tunde Ojudun, John Iwori, Abba Collins, Esther Komolafe, and Ruth Sunday.

MACI reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the ICPC in promoting transparency, integrity, and responsible journalism.